Year 3 hosts alumni morning tea

On Wednesday 3 July, Mrs Claire Wilson’s Year 3 Bottlebrush class welcomed a group of St Mary’s College alumni into the classroom for a special morning tea.

The joyful occasion was filled with beautiful moments of connection, shared laughter and meaningful conversation as our guests regaled students with stories and memories from times past while marvelling at the many changes to the College over the years.

Following light refreshments provided by Murphy’s Café, the Year 3 students had the opportunity to interview an alumna to gain a more intimate understanding of their SMC experience.

Among the fascinating anecdotes shared were stories about riding to school on a horse and playing pick-up sticks and ‘knuckles’ at lunchtime.

Equally, a display of old uniform items, including blazers and hats from our archives, created much discussion and pondering! As the groups gathered together to look at historic school photos, engage in fun activities – including designing a new College blazer – and answer each other’s questions, new friendships were forged, bridging the gap between the generations and strengthening the bond between past and present.

It was such a privilege to be joined by our treasured alumni for this occasion and we thank everyone who was able to attend. A big thank you must go to Mrs Wilson (who is also an SMC alumna, from the class of 1999!) and the Year 3 students for their efforts in organising the morning tea and being such wonderful hosts.